Question 1

The paraphilic disorders listed in DSM-5 include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  sexual sadism. 
B)  fetishistic disorder. 
C)  voyeuristic disorder. 
D)  pedophilic disorder. 
E)  gender dysphoria. 
A)  sexual sadism. 
B)  fetishistic disorder. 
C)  voyeuristic disorder. 
D)  pedophilic disorder. 
E)  gender dysphoria.

Question 2

There is general agreement in the scientific community that hypoactive sexual desire in a male, is abnormal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Discuss the historical view of sexual behaviour. In your answer, discuss the beliefs regarding appropriate/inappropriate sexual activity, as described by both religious and scientific belief.

Accepted Answer

Beliefs about appropriate and deviant se

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true about rapists?

Accepted Answer

A)  Almost all rapists show some evidence of sadism. 
B)  Most rapists are suffering from a DSM-5 disorder at the time of the offense. 
C)  Sadistic rapists are the only rapists who show greater arousal to sexual assault on a woman than to consenting sex. 
D)  Serial sexual murderers are more common than was realized. 
E)  Almost all rapists also suffer from a personality disorder. 
A)  Almost all rapists show some evidence of sadism. 
B)  Most rapists are suffering from a DSM-5 disorder at the time of the offense. 
C)  Sadistic rapists are the only rapists who show greater arousal to sexual assault on a woman than to consenting sex. 
D)  Serial sexual murderers are more common than was realized. 
E)  Almost all rapists also suffer from a personality disorder.

Question 5

According to feminist theories of sexual offending, the sexual aspect of the crime is given more consideration than the power aspect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

An extremely important aspect of the feminist theory of rape is the fact that

Accepted Answer

A)  the main function of rape is to humiliate and possess power over the victim. 
B)  rapists do not know how to express their needs for intimacy. 
C)  rape is a means of sexually controlling women. 
D)  rape in an expression of anger toward the self. 
E)  rape has increased over time because women are becoming more dominant in society. 
A)  the main function of rape is to humiliate and possess power over the victim. 
B)  rapists do not know how to express their needs for intimacy. 
C)  rape is a means of sexually controlling women. 
D)  rape in an expression of anger toward the self. 
E)  rape has increased over time because women are becoming more dominant in society.

Question 7

Freund's courtship disorder theory of sexual offending suggests that

Accepted Answer

A)  sexual offenses are very rare occurrences. 
B)  fixation at any one of the stages of human sexual interaction produces sexual offending. 
C)  humans become aggressive sexually because they are similar to animals. 
D)  child molestation results from disastrous adult relationships. 
E)  there are two phases in human sexual interactions. 
A)  sexual offenses are very rare occurrences. 
B)  fixation at any one of the stages of human sexual interaction produces sexual offending. 
C)  humans become aggressive sexually because they are similar to animals. 
D)  child molestation results from disastrous adult relationships. 
E)  there are two phases in human sexual interactions.

Question 8

Sexual arousal as a result of inflicting pain or humiliation on others is considered __________, while arousal due to one's own pain is __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  sadomasochism; fetishistic disorder 
B)  sexual masochism; sexual sadism 
C)  sexual sadism; sexual masochism 
D)  a sexual offense; sadomasochism 
E)  voyeuristic disorder; exhibitionistic disorder 
A)  sadomasochism; fetishistic disorder 
B)  sexual masochism; sexual sadism 
C)  sexual sadism; sexual masochism 
D)  a sexual offense; sadomasochism 
E)  voyeuristic disorder; exhibitionistic disorder

Question 9

All of the following events take place during the excitement phase EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  swelling of the genital tissues. 
B)  rapid, shallow breathing. 
C)  elevation of the testes. 
D)  muscles tense. 
E)  increased heart rate. 
A)  swelling of the genital tissues. 
B)  rapid, shallow breathing. 
C)  elevation of the testes. 
D)  muscles tense. 
E)  increased heart rate.

Question 10

The monitoring of one's own sexual performance and the perceived responses of one's partner is referred to as __________ and is a common factor associated with __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  performance anxiety; arousal disorders 
B)  social anxiety; sexual desire disorders 
C)  Demand response; sexual desire disorders 
D)  sexual anxiety; all sexual dysfunctions 
E)  sexual performance; male erectile disorder 
A)  performance anxiety; arousal disorders 
B)  social anxiety; sexual desire disorders 
C)  Demand response; sexual desire disorders 
D)  sexual anxiety; all sexual dysfunctions 
E)  sexual performance; male erectile disorder

Question 11

Pedophilic disorder is diagnosed when the person is at least __________ years old and at least ______ years older than the victim.

Accepted Answer

A)  10; 5 
B)  15; 2 
C)  25; 5 
D)  16; 5 
E)  20; 10 
A)  10; 5 
B)  15; 2 
C)  25; 5 
D)  16; 5 
E)  20; 10

Question 12

Merging Female Sexual Arousal Disorder with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder for women in DSM-5 is based on:

Accepted Answer

A)  recognition of aversive processes going on for many women that are not accounted for in the current criteria. 
B)  the presence of comorbid disorders existing for many women with Hypoactive Desire. 
C)  the finding that female Sexual Arousal Disorder is much easier to diagnose. 
D)  the finding that the processes of arousal and desire overlap for many women. 
E)  the criticism that the former categories were male-centered and hypersexual. 
A)  recognition of aversive processes going on for many women that are not accounted for in the current criteria. 
B)  the presence of comorbid disorders existing for many women with Hypoactive Desire. 
C)  the finding that female Sexual Arousal Disorder is much easier to diagnose. 
D)  the finding that the processes of arousal and desire overlap for many women. 
E)  the criticism that the former categories were male-centered and hypersexual.

Question 13

Research supports the idea that gender dysphoria is caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  lack of a same-sex parent model and overprotection by the opposite-sex parent. 
B)  the child's failure to separate from the parent of the opposite sex. 
C)  hormonal disturbances or exposure to chemicals during fetal development. 
D)  a gender identification gene found in twin studies of the disorder. 
E)  there is actually little support for any theory of the origin of gender dysphoria. 
A)  lack of a same-sex parent model and overprotection by the opposite-sex parent. 
B)  the child's failure to separate from the parent of the opposite sex. 
C)  hormonal disturbances or exposure to chemicals during fetal development. 
D)  a gender identification gene found in twin studies of the disorder. 
E)  there is actually little support for any theory of the origin of gender dysphoria.

Question 14

Describe the four stages of the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson.

Accepted Answer

William Masters and Virginia Johnson wer

Question 15

Fred and his partner are seeking treatment for Fred's premature ejaculation. The therapist suggests that the couple stimulate Fred's penis to nearly full erection and then firmly press the penis to reduce arousal. This process is repeated until Fred can refrain from ejaculating for extended periods. This treatment technique is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  pain modification. 
B)  sensate focus. 
C)  diversion therapy. 
D)  the "squeeze" technique. 
E)  arousal desensitization. 
A)  pain modification. 
B)  sensate focus. 
C)  diversion therapy. 
D)  the "squeeze" technique. 
E)  arousal desensitization.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is false regarding female sexual interest/arousal disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  It may be one of the least understood of all sexual dysfunctions. 
B)  There is a low correlation between subjective arousal and genital response. 
C)  Arousal is measured directly by the lubrication and vasocongestion of the genital area. 
D)  Women with this disorder want to become aroused, but are unable to. 
E)  Underdiagnosis appears common. 
A)  It may be one of the least understood of all sexual dysfunctions. 
B)  There is a low correlation between subjective arousal and genital response. 
C)  Arousal is measured directly by the lubrication and vasocongestion of the genital area. 
D)  Women with this disorder want to become aroused, but are unable to. 
E)  Underdiagnosis appears common.

Question 17

Autoerotic asphyxia is seen in sexual __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  sadism 
B)  masochism 
C)  addiction 
D)  fetishistic disorder 
E)  transvestic disorder 
A)  sadism 
B)  masochism 
C)  addiction 
D)  fetishistic disorder 
E)  transvestic disorder

Question 18

Aside from sexual pain disorders, sexual dysfunctions are classified according to which of the three phases (desire, arousal, or orgasm) is affected.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In the 1970s, a person who was attracted to people of the same sex and was conflicted about this sexual preference would have been diagnosed with

Accepted Answer

A)  homosexual gender dysphoria. 
B)  gender dysphoria. 
C)  heterosexual gender dysphoria. 
D)  egodystonic homosexuality. 
E)  gender identity disorder. 
A)  homosexual gender dysphoria. 
B)  gender dysphoria. 
C)  heterosexual gender dysphoria. 
D)  egodystonic homosexuality. 
E)  gender identity disorder.

Question 20

DSM-5 replaced Gender Identity Disorder with:

Accepted Answer

A)  Gender Dysphoric Disorder 
B)  Gender Dysphoria in children and in adults 
C)  Gender Dysphoria 
D)  Gender Dysphoria with or without a disorder of sex development 
E)  Gender Dissatisfaction Disorder, with or without a disorder of sex development 
A)  Gender Dysphoric Disorder 
B)  Gender Dysphoria in children and in adults 
C)  Gender Dysphoria 
D)  Gender Dysphoria with or without a disorder of sex development 
E)  Gender Dissatisfaction Disorder, with or without a disorder of sex development

The paraphilic disorders listed in DSM-5 include all of the following EXCEPT

There is general agreement in the scientific community that hypoactive sexual desire in a male, is abnormal.

Discuss the historical view of sexual behaviour. In your answer, discuss the beliefs regarding appropriate/inappropriate sexual activity, as described by both religious and scientific belief.

Which of the following statements is true about rapists?

According to feminist theories of sexual offending, the sexual aspect of the crime is given more consideration than the power aspect.

An extremely important aspect of the feminist theory of rape is the fact that

Freund's courtship disorder theory of sexual offending suggests that

Sexual arousal as a result of inflicting pain or humiliation on others is considered , while arousal due to one's own pain is .

All of the following events take place during the excitement phase EXCEPT

The monitoring of one's own sexual performance and the perceived responses of one's partner is referred to as and is a common factor associated with .

Pedophilic disorder is diagnosed when the person is at least ____ years old and at least years older than the victim.

Merging Female Sexual Arousal Disorder with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder for women in DSM-5 is based on:

Research supports the idea that gender dysphoria is caused by

Describe the four stages of the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson.

Which of the following statements is false regarding female sexual interest/arousal disorder?

Autoerotic asphyxia is seen in sexual __________.

Aside from sexual pain disorders, sexual dysfunctions are classified according to which of the three phases (desire, arousal, or orgasm) is affected.

In the 1970s, a person who was attracted to people of the same sex and was conflicted about this sexual preference would have been diagnosed with

DSM-5 replaced Gender Identity Disorder with:

Concepts of Abnormality Throughout History

Theoretical Perspectives on Abnormal Behaviour

Classification and Diagnosis

Psychological Assessment and Research Methods

Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive, and Trauma -Related Disorders

Dissociative Disorder and Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders

Eating Disorders

Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

The Personality Disorders

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Behaviour and Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Aging and Mental Health

Therapies

Prevention and Mental Health Promotion in the Community

Mental Disorder and the Law

Filters

Exam 13: Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders

The paraphilic disorders listed in DSM-5 include all of the following EXCEPT

There is general agreement in the scientific community that hypoactive sexual desire in a male, is abnormal.

Discuss the historical view of sexual behaviour. In your answer, discuss the beliefs regarding appropriate/inappropriate sexual activity, as described by both religious and scientific belief.

Which of the following statements is true about rapists?

According to feminist theories of sexual offending, the sexual aspect of the crime is given more consideration than the power aspect.

An extremely important aspect of the feminist theory of rape is the fact that

Freund's courtship disorder theory of sexual offending suggests that

Sexual arousal as a result of inflicting pain or humiliation on others is considered __________, while arousal due to one's own pain is __________.

All of the following events take place during the excitement phase EXCEPT

The monitoring of one's own sexual performance and the perceived responses of one's partner is referred to as __________ and is a common factor associated with __________.

Pedophilic disorder is diagnosed when the person is at least __________ years old and at least ______ years older than the victim.

Merging Female Sexual Arousal Disorder with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder for women in DSM-5 is based on:

Research supports the idea that gender dysphoria is caused by

Describe the four stages of the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson.

Which of the following statements is false regarding female sexual interest/arousal disorder?

Autoerotic asphyxia is seen in sexual __________.

Aside from sexual pain disorders, sexual dysfunctions are classified according to which of the three phases (desire, arousal, or orgasm) is affected.

In the 1970s, a person who was attracted to people of the same sex and was conflicted about this sexual preference would have been diagnosed with

DSM-5 replaced Gender Identity Disorder with:

Concepts of Abnormality Throughout History

Theoretical Perspectives on Abnormal Behaviour

Classification and Diagnosis

Psychological Assessment and Research Methods

Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive, and Trauma -Related Disorders

Dissociative Disorder and Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders

Eating Disorders

Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

The Personality Disorders

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Behaviour and Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Aging and Mental Health

Therapies

Prevention and Mental Health Promotion in the Community

Mental Disorder and the Law

Filters

Sexual arousal as a result of inflicting pain or humiliation on others is considered , while arousal due to one's own pain is .

The monitoring of one's own sexual performance and the perceived responses of one's partner is referred to as and is a common factor associated with .

Pedophilic disorder is diagnosed when the person is at least ____ years old and at least years older than the victim.